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Lights, camera, adorable! Pretty Minnie is back, and it’s her big break when she visits the glitz and glamour of Hollywood! Whether sightseeing with her best friend, taking a dip in the fancy hotel pool, or having a costume fitting at the movie studio, Minnie’s star quality shines as she becomes everyone’s favorite motion-picture pup. This dazzling tale will have young readers shouting, “Hooray for Hollywood!”

About the Author & Illustrator

DANIELLE STEEL is one of the world’s most popular authors, with over 650 million copies of her novels in print. She is published in sixty-nine countries and forty-three languages. Ms. Steel also founded and runs two foundations: The Nick Traina Foundation, named in honor of her late son, which finances organizations that address mental illness and child abuse, and Yo! Angel!, which assists the homeless. In 2014, she was made a Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur, the highest honor bestowed by the French government. She is the mother of nine children and lives in Paris and San Francisco with her Chihuahuas, Minnie and Blue.
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KRISTI VALIANT is the illustrator of Pretty Minnie in Paris, Pretty Minnie in Hollywood, the Little Wings chapter book series, and Penguin Cha-Cha, which she wrote and illustrated. She graduated magna cum laude from Columbus College of Art & Design. Kristi lives (and dances!) in Indiana with her husband and daughters.

My Review

Pretty Minnie in Hollywood is the exciting story of an adorable dog and her really big adventure.

Francoise and her Chihuahua, Minnie learn they will be travelling from their home in Paris to a movie premiere in Hollywood. Thrilled about their upcoming trip the pair pack the perfect outfits and finally settle in for the long flight. Once in Hollywood they do a little sightseeing then play in the hotel pool. Finally, it's time to visit the movie set. Minnie and Francoise love meeting all the actors then they meet Fifi, a grouchy poodle. When Fifi's grumpy demeanor gets her fired the director is desperate to find a replacement pooch. Is Minnie up for the job?

This is such a delightful book and I immediately fell in love with Minnie and her sense of style. Children will be captivated by the beautiful illustrations which add to the story's magic. A charming book that is certain to be a favorite among young readers.